Although Russian Christmas Music consists of only one movement, it can be readily divided into four sections:
The opening section, Carol of the Little Russian Children (mm. 1–31; approx. 3 minutes), is based on a 16th century Russian christmas carol. I
Pavel Tschesnokoff (1877-1944) wrote a beautiful Russian Orthodox-style choral anthem titled "Salvation is Created." The somber feel of the anthem and long, soaring lines make it a wonderfully rich listening experience.